How to Make a Shelter in the Backcountry
Shelter: It’s one of the back-country essentials, and in a survival situation it can save your life. But do you know how to make a shelter[Read More…]
Skills
Pre-Trail Maintenance for Your GPS Receiver
Summer is a great time to head for the trail and practice with a GPS receiver. There are several things hikers can do before leaving[Read More…]
Training for Hiking Over 40
Hiking is a great activity that you can do throughout your entire life. If you can walk, you can hike. As we age, not only[Read More…]
11 Tips for Hiking With Babies & Toddlers
Many first time parents are under the impression that once they add a baby to the family, adventures will suddenly come to a screeching halt.[Read More…]
Shooting the Milky Way
One of the biggest challenges in getting good shots of the Milky Way is simply getting far enough away from the ambient light of “civilization.” Once[Read More…]
How to Clean a WhisperLite Stove
The WhisperLite stove by MSR has been one of the most popular backpacking stoves on the market since its inception for a reason. It’s relatively[Read More…]
9 Steps to Plan an Overnight Backcountry Trip
One: Choose your team. If this is your first time on an overnight backcountry trip, it is important to consider with whom you will be[Read More…]
Shooting the Sunrise
I’ll be the first to admit that I am far more likely to to be found shooting a sunset than a sunrise. However, when I[Read More…]
Five Wild Plants Every Backpacker Should Know
Knowing a few wild plants can not only enhance your outdoor wilderness experience, it could even save your life! Many people are intimidated by the[Read More…]
Navigation In Darkness
Navigation in darkness and reduced visibility is a serious issue for the hiker. Important geographical and trail features (e.g., mountains, roads, forest, etc.) can be[Read More…]
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